Books like Frenemies by L. Divine
At South Bay High, Jayd faces the dual challenge of a growing rift with her best friend Nellie and a shy boyfriend who keeps him emotionally distant. As she searches for answers, Jayd discovers unexpected feelings for another boy, forcing her to confront her own desires and the complexities of teenage relationships.
The story explores the tangled dynamics of friendship, affection, and self‑discovery, all framed within the everyday realities of African‑American adolescents in a high‑school setting.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: L. Divine
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